DesignClass is built on the belief that learning improves when people share openly and work together.
DesignClass supports teaching and learning of Design, Engineering and Technology subjects in Scotland. We want to make life a little easier by offering materials that can be freely used, adapted and improved together.
The values are simple: sharing ideas, supporting one another, and keeping resources freely available to anyone who needs them.
DesignClass grows through collaboration. Teachers, pupils and parents are encouraged to build on what’s here, pass it on, and shape it to suit their own classrooms and projects.
Teacher/Zone
The teacher/zone contains various assessments and resources designed for teachers of Design, Engineering & Technology.
Please note that teachers need to register with their GTCS number and either Glow or work email address to access this area.
Learning Resources
Graphics
Everybody uses graphics.
From watching TV and playing video games, to architects and advertisers, graphics are the backbone of the modern world.
You will learn about Computer Aided Design (CAD), engineering drawing, 3D printing, visualisation and animation through to graphic design, vector art, photography, desktop publishing and professional printing.
Craft
Stuff needs to be made and to make stuff properly, you need to have the knowledge of materials and tools and the skills to use them properly.
Every good designer or engineer should have experienced what it is like to make something.
In craft courses, you will learn the professional techniques to fashion materials into products.
Product Design
Product Design is for people interested in designing the products or services of the future.
You will learn about the design process and how this is used to solve complex problems.
A blend of developing both practical skills and design-thinking will see you use different materials, machines and processes to create the products of the future.
Engineering Science
Engineering Science challenges you to discover the world of mechanics, structures, electronics, pneumatics and computer control.
You will learn how products and structures actually work and how designers and engineers use technology to solve problems - from simple traffics lights, to controlling the speed of motors for drones.
Because Sharing is Caring…
Here are a selection of useful websites for Design, Engineering and Technology subjects in Scotland.
NoStrainSim
GraphicsClass
SSERC
DATA
CraftScotland
V&ADundee
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“Everything is designed. Few things are designed well.”
Brian Reed